Page 2: Chapter 1 – The Problem (slide2_problem.html)
This page establishes the crisis, the opportunity, and the current market disconnects.
Chapter 1: The Problem
Chapter 1: The Problem – An Opportunity in Isolation
The Narrative Hook: Dual Pressures
Potchefstroom, a town of academic excellence, faces dual pressures [2]:
- Young families and students require safe, modern, and high-density living [2].
- A rapidly aging population demands high-quality, specialized care that doesn't isolate them [2].
The Problem Identified: Fragmented Development
Current development is fragmented, separating high-traffic commercial strips from residential areas and isolating the elderly from youth [2]. This leads to:
- Traffic Congestion: Contributing to the daily grind on MC Roode Road [2].
- Missed Opportunities: Existing adjacencies (high school, retirement village) are currently dead ends [3].
- Undervalued Land: The 18.25 Ha site is dormant capital, representing $4.38 million of potential locked away [3].
Key Takeaway for the Investor:
We see the disconnects in the market and are positioning ourselves to be the **central connector** [3].